Communities in Schools-CTI, 5601 Manchaca Rd, Austin, TX 78745, US

HistorySince 2001, the Amala Foundation has offered over 5,500 youth a unique blend of Social Emotional Learning (SEL) programs and cross-cultural connection aimed at providing the next generation of leaders with a model of inclusion, compassion, commitment and service to their communities. Amala's programs focus on young individuals including refugees and immigrant youth, many of whom have experienced war, abuse, neglect, extreme poverty, child labor, and gang violence; and provide them the opportunity to unite with peers from vastly different backgrounds and participate in meaningful dialogue, community building exercises, and leadership development. Amala's programs are open to all youth, regardless of their ability to pay; and 80% of their participants receive scholarships.SpecialtiesCamp Indigo is a week-long summer day camp that offers exciting and creative opportunities for 60+ children ages 4 - 12 to express themselves and explore their world. This unique and transformative summer camp promotes a high level of respect for the self and others, clear communication, increased confidence and acts as a space for healing and personal growth. Each Summer, Camp Indigo unites local Austin businesses, farmers, musicians, artists, community leaders and volunteers in a posture of equality and celebration of Austin's children. It is our hope that local, immigrant, and refugee children from diverse countries, cultures, faiths and economic backgrounds can come together to create and share in a living experience of peace, compassion, creative expression and unconditional love. The intention is to create a camp environment that is safe, nurturing, fun, and creative where children can freely express, heal, be acknowledged and heard.

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